Picture a culinary masterpiece that combines the timeless flavors of Italy with a touch of rustic charm. Welcome to the world of Cheese and Ham Rondelli, where tender pasta sheets envelop a savory filling of creamy cheese and savory ham, all bathed in a luscious tomato sauce and baked to golden perfection.
Each rondelli is a work of art, a delicate swirl of flavors and textures that delight the senses with every bite. Imagine thin sheets of fresh pasta, rolled up with a generous filling of ricotta cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all perfectly complemented by the savory notes of thinly sliced ham.
But the magic truly happens when these little parcels of goodness are bathed in a rich, velvety tomato sauce. Simmered to perfection with garlic, onions, and aromatic herbs, the sauce infuses the rondelli with a depth of flavor that’s as comforting as it is indulgent.
As the rondelli bake in the oven, the cheese melts into a gooey, molten embrace, while the pasta cooks to tender perfection, enveloping the filling in a blanket of pillowy softness. When they emerge, golden and bubbling, each rondelli is a sight to behold, promising a symphony of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy.
Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh basil and a dusting of Parmesan cheese, each bite is a celebration of the Italian culinary tradition, a homage to the simple pleasures of good food shared with loved ones. So whether you’re planning a cozy dinner for two or a festive gathering with friends, let Cheese and Ham Rondelli be the star of your table, and prepare to be swept away on a culinary journey you won’t soon forget. Buon appetito!
– Ingredients:
- 200 g fresh lasagna pasta
- 100 g mozzarella cheese
- 100 g cooked ham
- 300 g bolognese sauce
- 100 g grated parmesan
- 80 g cream cheese
⠀
– Directions:
In a baking dish place half of the bolognese sauce and arrange to make a layer. Set aside.
Cook the lasagna pasta according to instructions
Roll out the lasagna pasta on a surface. Cover the lasagna noodles with a layer of mozzarella cheese and another layer of cooked ham.
Roll out like a roll and cut to size two to three fingers wide.
Place the rondellis on top of the sauce in the baking dish.
Mix the remaining bolognese sauce with the cream cheese.
Top the rondellis with the tomato sauce and cream cheese mixture. Finish with grated parmesan cheese. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the parmesan is au gratin